Phthalonitrile

Phthalonitrile (1,2-dicyanobenzene) is an aromatic dinitrile compound explicitly named in HTS 2926.90.0500. Used primarily in polymer synthesis (polyphthalocyanines) and as a precursor for metal phthalocyanine dyes and pigments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2926.90.43.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If non-aromatic phthalonitrile analogs

Only aromatic nitriles specifically listed fall here; aliphatic isomers go to 'other' aromatic category.

3204.19.40.00Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If pre-reacted into dye intermediate form

Synthetic organic products used as luminophores exclude from Chapter 29 per chapter note (g).

2902.90Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

If classified primarily by cyclic hydrocarbon structure

Dinitriles sometimes argued under cyclic hydrocarbons if nitrile function secondary.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide COA confirming >99% purity to maintain classification as separate chemically defined compound

Declare REACH/ TSCA status for this high-volume chemical intermediate

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests mixture status under Chapter 29 note exclusions

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